I don't even think this was a typical energy conserving game. Guys in general have put in the effort. But this formation, while it gives the defensive solidity back - the team wasn't exposed at any time -, takes away from the offensive game, where Matuidi shows his limitations, Khedira is not relevant and Higuain's form makes things tough. The fact that Sandro plays like a zombie doesn't help either. We rely a lot on Pjanic to create something, and when he's not on his day we're fucked - specially without Dybala.
Of course the 433 should be mantained. But honestly I don't expect great improvement on performances, considering the players we have. Top flight in Italy, but kind of average in Europe. I really like Higuain and I think he should be appreciated for being the man who brought the last scudetto, but playing like this he really hurts the team. And we obviously need better fullbacks and a better midfielder for Khedira.